Notable: Forward Drew Gooden (left groin strain) is not expected to play for the Bulls. . . . Hornets center Tyson Chandler, who began his NBA career in Chicago, is not expected to play because of a sprained left ankle, and point guard Chris Paul will sit out with a right groin strain. . . . The Hornets have won the past two meetings between the teams, having swept the season series a year ago. This is the first time the teams have met this season. . . . The Hornets are on a season-long three-game losing streak, having blown a 20-point lead in Monday night's 97-89 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. . . . The first 5,000 fans into the Arena tonight will receive a Chandler mini basketball. . . . The pregame Buzzfest party gets underway at 5:30 p.m. with music provided by the Boogie Men.